In this head-to-head, easyMarkets and Libertex clash on regulation, pricing, and platform choices. The tension centers on safety credentials versus cost visibility and market reach.
easyMarkets and Libertex are closely matched overall, with easyMarkets offering top-tier regulation while Libertex lacks that credential.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets for top-tier regulation and no inactivity fee.
Choose Libertex if…
Choose Libertex for zero-spread pricing and a $10 minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Libertex offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.70 pips for easyMarkets, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
Pros
Fixed spreads with no-slippage guarantee on web platform
Unique dealCancellation feature to undo losing trades
Very low $25 minimum deposit
CySEC, ASIC regulated
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
easyMarkets and Libertex share the same editorial score of 3.9/5. One concrete differentiator: Libertex requires a lower minimum deposit.
Libertex starts from 0 pips, tighter than easyMarkets's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Libertex has $10, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes Libertex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
easyMarkets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, CNV, HCMC), providing stronger investor protections. Libertex may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Libertex requires a lower minimum deposit ($10), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
easyMarkets lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Libertex lists up to 999:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Libertex supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4.
easyMarkets wins safety thanks to top-tier regulation and segregated client funds.
Libertex offers higher leverage (999:1), appealing to active traders.
Libertex is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Equally matched, both provide MT4/MT5 and a proprietary platform.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2001 | 1997 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $25 | $10▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1 | 999:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $5/month (after 180 days) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
Very low $10 minimum deposit
Zero spread commission model, transparent cost per trade
Long operational history since 1997
MT4, MT5, and proprietary Libertex platform
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Fixed spreads are wider than ECN variable spread accounts
Proprietary platform feels dated compared to MT4/MT5
Limited research tools
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Only CySEC regulated, limited jurisdiction coverage
Commission multiplier model can be confusing for new traders
Not available in many major English-speaking markets
No top-tier regulatory licence
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
Limited charting capabilities
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Score 3.9 / 5
Score 3.9 / 5
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